Improving physical activity among South Asian women and girls
A Multilevel Physical Activity Intervention for South Asian Women and Girls
This study is all about helping South Asian women and girls get more active by understanding the unique challenges they face and creating supportive programs that fit their cultural needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10675709 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on increasing physical activity levels among South Asian women and girls, who face unique cultural and social barriers to exercise. By utilizing community-based participatory methods, the project aims to understand and address the specific challenges these individuals encounter, such as social isolation and cultural norms that discourage physical activity. The study will implement tailored interventions that empower participants through social support and culturally relevant strategies to enhance their motivation and self-efficacy in maintaining an active lifestyle.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are South Asian women and girls, particularly those who are first or second-generation immigrants facing barriers to physical activity.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as South Asian or who do not face cultural or social barriers to physical activity may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved physical health and reduced cardiometabolic risks for South Asian women and girls.
How similar studies have performed: Previous pilot studies have shown promising results in increasing physical activity among similar populations, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kandula, Namratha R — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Kandula, Namratha R
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.